Introduction to Kayaking class

Book a Kayaking for Beginners Class and receive a 10% discount on a 2022 Season Pass ($20 value)

This is the first step in helping you become a solid kayaker by focusing on basic skills, knowledge and fundamentals. Whether you’ve never held a paddle before or have been kayaking your whole life, this is the perfect course to hone your skills.

This Milwaukee kayaking class is designed for paddlers who have an interest in learning the proper kayaking paddling techniques when kayaking in small, inland lakes and slow-moving rivers. In two and a half hours, we will cover the basic strokes needed to maneuver your kayak efficiently, learn how to plan for and predict wind, waves and weather. Additionally, you will learn hazards & safety concerns and methods for kayak self-rescue and rescuing others.

Skills and information covered in the Introduction to Kayaking class include:

• Introduction to equipment – kayaks, paddles and PFDs
• Safety considerations in using recreational kayaks
• Entering and exiting your kayak
• Forward stroke
• Reverse stroke
• Forward and reverse sweep strokes
• Draw strokes
• Self rescue and assisted rescue
• Lifting and carrying your kayak safely
• How to properly stow gear in kayak